Full-Sized True-Blue Flowers on Compact Dwarf Plant with Superior Winter Hardiness
Butterfly Bush Pugster Blue features full-sized true-blue flowers with tiny yellow-orange centers on a compact dwarf plant that reaches just 2-3 feet tall and wide. This revolutionary butterfly bush delivers non-stop blooms from early summer through frost with the large, full flowers normally seen on much larger plants, creating exceptional color in small spaces. Thick, sturdy stems ensure better winter hardiness than other dwarf butterfly bushes, while attracting butterflies and pollinators with resistance to deer and rabbits. Perfect for small gardens, containers, borders, and adding vibrant blue color to compact landscapes.
Key Features
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Full-Sized True-Blue Flowers: Large blooms with yellow-orange centers on a compact plant
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Compact Dwarf Size: Reaches just 2-3 feet tall and wide, perfect for small spaces
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Non-Stop Blooms: Flowers continuously from early summer through frost
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Superior Winter Hardiness: Thick, sturdy stems provide better cold tolerance than other dwarf varieties
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Butterfly Magnet: Attracts butterflies and beneficial pollinators
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Deer and Rabbit Resistant: Naturally resistant to browsing
Growing Specifications
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Light: Full sun
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Mature Size: 2-3' tall x 2-3' wide
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Hardiness: Zones 5-9
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Type: Deciduous shrub
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Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape. Deadhead spent blooms to promote continuous flowering.
Landscape Uses
Perfect for small gardens, containers, borders, and foundation plantings. Excellent choice for adding vibrant blue color and attracting butterflies to compact spaces. Works beautifully in perennial borders, along walkways, near patios and decks, or as a low hedge. Pairs beautifully with compact ornamental grasses, dwarf coneflowers, and other pollinator-friendly perennials. Ideal for properties seeking dwarf flowering shrubs with full-sized blooms and exceptional wildlife value.
Care & Growing Conditions
Plant in full sun in well-drained, slightly acidic soil rich in organic matter. Apply mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Water regularly during establishment. Once established, drought tolerant. Fertilize in early spring with a balanced slow-release fertilizer to encourage vigorous growth and abundant blooms.
For detailed planting instructions, visit our Proper Planting Directions page.
Pricing & Availability
All items are subject to availability. You may contact us via email - mulchpit1@gmail.com or call us at 615-754-7076 to check our current availability. We strive to keep our website prices accurate, but prices are subject to change.
